Assistant Head of School

Bawnmore Community Infant School is a highly inclusive, community focused school with a long standing reputation for delivering an exceptional standard of education. Rooted in a genuinely child centred approach, we are proud of our positive outcomes, our nurturing ethos, and the trust placed in us by families and the wider community. After seven dedicated years at Bawnmore, our current Assistant Head of School is moving on to promotion. We are now seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and aspirational leader to join our Senior Leadership Team from 1st September 2026.

• an outstanding, passionate classroom practitioner
• someone at the beginning of your senior leadership journey, ready for the next step
• a subject leader, project lead, or teacher who has influenced practice beyond your own classroom
• a reflective practitioner who can inspire, support and motivate colleagues
• committed to raising standards and making a meaningful difference to children's lives

We are fortunate to have a warm, welcoming and collaborative staff team with high levels of retention. We value every member of staff and are committed to supporting each individual's professional development and ambitions. As part of a federation of three schools, and with strong partnerships across a wider local network, we offer rich opportunities for collaborative working, professional growth and leadership experience across our settings. We are seeking a candidate who will embrace and further strengthen these partnerships.

This is a class based leadership role with dedicated weekly non contact time, proportionate to whether the role is full time or part time. We welcome applications from candidates seeking:

• Full time
• Part time
• Job share

Flexible working will be positively considered for the right candidate. The successful applicant will initially take responsibility for Curriculum and Assessment, working closely with the Head of School and Executive Headteacher. The post will begin with a Key Stage One class; however, experience across the infant age range is desirable.

• Ambitious for themselves and the school
• Keen to develop as a leader at a strategic level
• Ready to contribute ideas, energy and commitment to our ongoing school improvement journey

Experience or interest in SEND leadership is welcome but not a requirement. Previous SENDCo experience or a desire to train as a SENDCo would be viewed positively, but only as an added strength. We have an excellent, dedicated SENDCo who sits on SLT and would be delighted to mentor and support a colleague wishing to develop and share this area.

• Qualified Teacher Status (primary)
• Degree level qualification
• Experience of leading others or leading an aspect of school improvement
• Evidence of recent professional development related to teaching, learning or leadership
• See full Job Description and Person Specification for further details

Visits to the school are highly encouraged. Please contact our admin team at to book a visit.

If you are interested in applying, please refer to the attached application pack. We look forward to receiving your application and learning more about what you can bring to our school community. Applications should be addressed to Mrs Pam Davey, Head of School and should be sent to . Applications should be received no later than midday on Friday 17th April 2026. Interviews to be held w/b 20th April 2026.